Google Pixel 7a Visits Geekbench, Reveals Scores and Key Specifications Ahead of Expected I/O 2023 Launch

The device has shown up with the codename “lynx” on the benchmarking website.

Written by Sheldon Pinto, Edited by Manas Mitul | Updated: 4 May 2023 12:31 IST

Google Pixel 7a Visits Geekbench, Reveals Scores and Key Specifications Ahead of Expected I/O 2023 Launch

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The Google Pixel 7a is expected to look very similar to the Pixel 7, which was released late last year.

Highlights

The Google Pixel 7a is the expected successor to the Pixel 6a
Rumours and leaks suggest plenty of upgrades over the previous model
It is expected to be priced at $499 at launch

With so many rumours and leaks, there's little that's left to the imagination when it comes to Google's upcoming smartphone, the Pixel 7a. The device is expected to be an affordable smartphone from Google and is also said to replace the Pixel 6a with some noticeable upgrades. Despite being treated to numerous leaks that have not only revealed most of its specifications but also some hands-on images, there's new data revealing the device's performance, after the device was tested on benchmarking website Geekbench.

The Google Pixel 7a is expected to be launched with a more updated Tensor G2 SoC, which is also available in the premium Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro — available in India this year, too. With that in mind, the device which appeared on Geekbench, with the codename “lynx”, managed a single-core score of 1,380 points and multi-core score of 3,071 points in Geekbench version 6. The device appeared to be powered by a Tensor G2 SoC and also had 8GB of RAM. The scores also seem to be on par with scores achieved by the premium Pixel 7, which is said to be vastly similar in terms of core specifications.

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The Pixel 7a is expected to be launched alongside other Google products at the upcoming Google I/O 2023 event, which starts from May 10. Teaser posters for the same have already gone live on online retailer Flipkart's website, hinting that the product will go on sale from May 11 in India.

A previous report, which seemed to contain official promo images of the Pixel 7a, also specified that it would be powered by a Tensor G2 SoC, which would also bring related camera and tools like Photo Unblur, Magic Eraser, and Night Sight. The device is said to have a 90Hz screen refresh rate, which would be a first for the Pixel A series of devices.

The Pixel 7a is also expected to have the first high-resolution camera on a Pixel A series device with a 64-megapixel primary sensor that will enable up to 8X hybrid zoom. The device, according to the leaked materials, is also said to feature wireless charging, which would be yet another first for a Pixel A series device. With that said, a previous report did hint at a $499 price tag (roughly Rs. 40,900)

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Google Pixel 7a

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Good performance
High refresh rate display
IP67 rating
Wireless charging
Good overall camera performance

Bad
One-day battery life
Limited storage
Heats up with camera usage
No bundled charger, slow charging speed

Read detailed Google Pixel 7a review

Display 6.10-inch

Processor Google Tensor G2

Front Camera 10.8-megapixel

Rear Camera 64-megapixel + 12-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB

Battery Capacity 4385mAh

OS Android 13

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Google Pixel 6a

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
IP67-rated design
Impressive cameras for photos
Vibrant OLED display
Stock Android 13 software

Bad
Plastic back is prone to scratches
60Hz display does not feel fluid
Cannot handle heavy gaming
Recorded video needs work
Relatively slow charging, no wireless charging
Battery life could be better

Read detailed Google Pixel 6a review

Display 6.10-inch

Processor Google Tensor

Front Camera 8-megapixel

Rear Camera 12.2-megapixel + 12-megapixel

RAM 6GB

Storage 128GB

Battery Capacity 4410mAh

OS Android 13

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Google Pixel 7

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Sharp, 90Hz display
Good quality cameras
Good gaming performance
Bloatware-free software, timely updates
Good battery life
IP68 rating

Bad
Video recording could be better
Gets warm under load
No bundled charger
Relatively slow charging

Read detailed Google Pixel 7 review

Display 6.30-inch

Processor Google Tensor G2

Front Camera 10.8-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 12-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB

OS Android 13

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Google Pixel 7 Pro

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Sharp, 120Hz display
Good quality cameras
Good gaming performance
Bloatware-free software, timely updates
Premium design, IP68 rating

Bad
Gets warm under load
No bundled charger
Underwhelming battery life
Relatively slow charging

Read detailed Google Pixel 7 Pro review

Display 6.70-inch

Processor Google Tensor G2

Front Camera 10.8-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 48-megapixel + 12-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 128GB

OS Android 13

Resolution 1440x3120 pixels

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